Mapping the APC40mk1 for Tixl The first thing we need to start with is identifying the key elements we will need to complete a full midi mapping for the APC40mk1 in Tixl. The basic elements needed: We will break this down even further: Buttons Potentiometer Shift functionality
Lets start with basics. What will we need to take as input, and what should we be outputting? I want to take a modular approach, these will need to be reusable.I want to keep things flexible so they can be used with other devices if possible. Input: – Device: The device we are controlling– Channel:…
The first thing we need to tackle before anything else is sending a proper midi sysex initialization. The reason we will require proper initialization via sysex is because the APC40 has a peculiar boot up. If it is turned on without ableton live running, it defaults to a standalone mode. This mode forces midi feedback…